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Bloomsbury Publishing Plc 50 Bedford Square, London WC1B 3DP UK Tel: +44 (0)20 7631 5600 bloomsbury.com ALL ARTWORK FOR TITLES NOT YET PUBLISHED IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. Front cover artwork is taken from There Is No Big Bad Wolf In This Story, written by Lou Carter, illustrated by Deborah Allwright Back cover artwork is taken from What it’s Like to Be a Bird, written by Tim Birkhead, illustrated by Catherine Rayner
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We Feel Happy Katie Abey A fantastic first book of feelings introducing young children to a wide range of emotions. Why are the animals happy? What has made them feel sad? What do YOU feel excited about? We Feel Happy is the perfect book for approaching the topic of emotions with little ones • J oin the animals in their busy worlds as they experience a range of emotions designed to help young children talk about how they are feeling today • E ach spread explores a different emotion and poses questions to the reader, encouraging conversations with children that link perfectly to PSHE • I ncludes interactive speech bubbles and children will have fun recognising their favourite animals in this clever book JANUARY 2022 BLOOMSBURY UK HARDBACK | £12.99 | 32PP | 268 X 268 MM OPTION PUBLISHERS: CHINA (COMPLEX AND SIMPLIFIED CHINESE AND ENGLISH BILINGUAL), DENMARK, GERMANY, ITALY, POLAND, PORTUGAL, SERBIAN, SPAIN (SPANISH AND CATALAN), THE NETHERLANDS
• V ibrantly illustrated by the talented Katie Abey, this is the fourth title in her non-fiction picture book series, following We Wear Pants, We Eat Bananas and We Catch the Bus
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The Woodland Trust A Walk in the Woods: A Changing Seasons Story Flora Martyn Hannah Tolson Let’s go for a walk in the woods … Join Lucy, Oscar and their dog Jasper as they explore the four seasons of the year in nature, come rain or shine. What can you spot in spring, summer, autumn and winter? • E ach spread in this book uncovers an exciting new woodland scene, at a certain time of the day and the year. From animals and minibeasts to leaves, trees and flowers, there are lots of wonderful things for children to spot SEPTEMBER 2022 BLOOMSBURY UK HARDBACK | £12.99 | 32PP | 250 X 250MM | 0+ ALL RIGHTS AVAILABLE A L S O AVA I L A B L E
• C hildren will discover the nature elements that make woodland walks so special, and learn simple first words too ritten by Flora Martyn, a writer from Warwickshire, in her first book for Bloomsbury •W and accompanied by delightful artwork from Hannah Tolson, illustrator of In the City • P ublished in collaboration with The Woodland Trust, the largest woodland conservation charity in the UK
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This Tree is Just for Me Lucy Rowland Laura Hughes Jack has found the perfect place to read his book in peace – a big, beautiful tree! So when a host of unusual animals try to join him, Jack says, “No! THIS tree is just for ME!” But soon Jack starts to wonder if keeping something for yourself is so much fun after all. Maybe a tree is EVEN BETTER with friends in it too! • A n uplifting celebration of friendship, sharing and the joys of reading, this book is perfect for showing little ones that sharing is caring • C harming artwork by bestselling illustrator Laura Hughes, creator of the much-loved We’re Going on an Egg Hunt and Hop Little Bunnies
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elightful rhyming text that’s perfect for reading aloud, from the award-winning writer •D Lucy Rowland, author of Little Red Reading Hood and The Birthday Invitation • P acked with a whole host of unusual animals, from penguins and alligators to bears and monkeys
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Daddyʼs Rainbow Lucy Rowland Becky Cameron Erin’s daddy sees the colour in everything. Even on the greyest days, they put on their wellies and go splashing in puddles because, Daddy says, ‘We can’t see rainbows without rain!’ But what happens when the greyest day of all comes, and Daddy isn’t there any more? Can Erin learn to find colour in the world again? • A deeply sensitive picture book about the loss of a parent, treating this difficult topic with true gentleness and consideration; the ideal starting point for conversations about loss • F eaturing a gorgeous, lyrical text by award-winning writer Lucy Rowland, author of Little Red Reading Hood and The Birthday Invitation FEBRUARY 2022 BLOOMSBURY UK HARDBACK | £12.99 | 32PP | 274 X 245MM ALL RIGHTS AVAILABLE
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• B ecky Cameron’s tender and luminous illustrations bring this story to life, infusing it with a sense of hope. She is a graduate of the prestigious Cambridge MA in Children’s Book Illustration and the author-illustrator of Wishing For a Dragon
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Thank You for the Little Things Caryl Hart Emily Hamilton Whenever I am feeling sad Or life feels hard or wrong or bad, I focus for a little while On little things that make me smile . . . A hopeful, uplifting picture book about the small, everyday things that bring joy and happiness. We all have bad days and sad days, but sometimes it’s the little things that count and make us smile. • A joyful, hopeful picture book that is the perfect antidote to worries big and small, encouraging little ones (and grown-ups too!) to see the world in a mindful way • F rom bestselling author Caryl Hart, this text is filled with warmth, humour and understanding – perfect for our uncertain times, or any time when worries abound MARCH 2022 BLOOMSBURY UK HARDBACK | £12.99 | 32PP | 274 X 245MM ALL RIGHTS AVAILABLE
eeply reassuring and perfect for reading aloud, it’s the ideal book to share with •D anxious little ones ith messages of practising gratitude and mindfulness, this story taps into timely •W discussions about mental health and managing our feelings ith gorgeous, colourful artwork by Emily Hamilton, illustrator of the bestselling •W picture book, The World Made a Rainbow
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Penelope Snoop: Ace Detective Pamela Butchart Christine Roussey A brilliantly funny and original picture book featuring a feisty female detective who is absolutely the BEST Finder-Outer-in-the-Whole-Wide-World! Penelope Snoop has a new case to solve – her favourite toy, Cyril the Smelly Sock Snake, has disappeared. With her trusty sidekick, Carlos the dog, Penelope sets out to uncover the mystery – and begins a search for Cyril which will take them right up into space • A nother winning title from the multi-talented Pamela Butchart, author of the bestselling Never Tickle a Tiger, Yikes, Stinkysaurus and the hugely successful Baby Aliens series MARCH 2022 BLOOMSBURY UK HARDBACK | £12.99 | 32PP | 274 X 245MM ALL RIGHTS AVAILABLE
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• C hristine Roussey is the highly acclaimed author/illustrator of My Lazy Cat, My Funny Bunny and My Stinky Dog. This is her first title for Bloomsbury
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The Kingʼs Birthday Suit Peter Bently Claire Powell King Albert-Horatio-Otto the Third had SO many clothes it was simply absurd … But when two seemingly well-meaning fabric merchants promise to make an outfit of only the very BEST and most special cloth, the king simply cannot resist … He MUST have these new clothes! Surely, the not-at-all-suspiciouslooking tailors are genuine and the King won’t end up looking red-cheeked …? • T his witty and timeless retelling of Hans Christian Anderson’s classic fable The Emperor’s New Clothes will not only make children laugh, but also encourage them to think and speak up for what they believe APRIL 2021 BLOOMSBURY UK HARDBACK | £12.99 | 32PP | 274 X 245MM ALL RIGHTS AVAILABLE
• P eter Bently is the award-winning author of many children’s books including The Great Dog Bottom Swap (shortlisted for the Roald Dahl Funny Prize) and Cats Ahoy! (winner of the Roald Dahl Funny Prize). His books have sold over 150,000 copies in the UK alone • C laire Powell is the illustrator of the bestselling The Night Before the Night Before Christmas by Kes Gray (author of the Oi Frog! series). This is her first of two books for Bloomsbury
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Every Day Gareth Peter Jane Massey In the sky the stars shine bright as you snuggle down tonight. Dream your dreams until the light . . . I love you every day.
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Join a father and his child on a day that is full of the ordinary, everyday things that make life special. From silly stories and jokes to upsets and frustrations, this beautifully illustrated picture book is a celebration of the unconditional love between parent and child. • A gentle, rhyming text from a hugely talented new author, Gareth Peter: full of emotion, charm and reassurance elightful illustrations by the much-loved illustrator Jane Massey, whose books •D include Florence Frizzball by Claire Freedman • F ocusing on a father’s relationship with his child, this delightful book makes the perfect gift for Father’s Day!
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MONSTER! HUNGRY! PHONE! Sean Taylor Fred Benaglia Monster is HUNGRY. He wants PIZZA. And he’s got a PHONE! But, uh oh . . . who is he going to call? Hold the line – Monster is in for a wild ride! • A hilarious book about one VERY hungry monster who just wants to order some pizza – and all the funny and absurd things that happen along the way • T he first in a laugh-out-loud new series featuring the loveable Monster, with two further books to come from Sean Taylor and Fred Benaglia ith bold, bright, graphic illustrations by Fred Benaglia, this is a unique and striking •W picture book that stands out from the crowd JANUARY 2022 BLOOMSBURY UK HARDBACK | £12.99 | 32PP | 250 X 250MM ALL RIGHTS AVAILABLE
ARNING: This book will make you laugh your socks off! •W • S ean Taylor is a British author of children's books. He grew up in Surrey, England, and taught in Zimbabwe before studying at Cambridge. He currently divides his time between the United Kingdom and Brazil. MONSTER! HUNGRY! PHONE! is his first picture book • F red Benaglia is a French illustrator who has lived and worked in Paris for twenty years. As well as illustrating many wonderful children’s books, he is also the artistic director of Bayard Press
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The Witchling’s Wish Lu Fraser Sarah Massini From hugely talented writer Lu Fraser, author of The Littlest Yak and the incomparable Sarah Massini, comes a brand-new picture book about what it means to be a friend. Little Witchling lives alone on her mountain top and longs for a friend. But when her magic spell book tells her that all she needs is the fur from a little girl’s beloved teddy bear, how far will she go to bring that dream to life? ritten in effortless verse, this charming book is ideal for reading aloud – and makes •W the perfect Halloween gift too!
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ith breathtaking illustrations by the much-loved Sarah Massini, illustrator of The Girl •W and the Dinosaur and The Velveteen Rabbit • F ocusing on empathy and kindness, this is the perfect friendship story for all little would-be witches everywhere • L u Fraser previously worked in children’s brand licensing before signing a four picture book contract with Bloomsbury, which includes the Mark McKinley illustrated The Viking Who Liked Icing. She is also the author of The Littlest Yak.
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Once Upon a Silent Night Dawn Casey Katie Hickey Once upon a silent night, a stable stood. A star shone bright. A beautiful and timeless retelling of the nativity story, with a lyrical rhyming text accompanied by luminous illustrations by Katie Hickey, this book is the perfect Christmas gift. • A tender, timeless picture book that brings the well-known nativity story to life, from the gentle donkey to the bright star that shines above • T his is also the story of any family searching for a new home and a place to belong, tapping into themes of migration and inclusion
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ith an expressive rhyming text by Dawn Casey, this gorgeous picture book reads •W like a modern classic ith stunning illustrations by Katie Hickey, this is the perfect festive gift – ideal for •W reading at Christmas year after year
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ZooperTown: X-Ray Rabbit – KAPOW! Jem Packer Emily Fox It’s just another sunny day in Zoopertown for X-Ray Rabbit and his Zooperhero friends. But when all the tasty treats in town suddenly VANISH before their eyes, it’s up to the Zooperheroes to investigate and save the day for everyone! • T he start of a zooper-fun, zooper-funny new series featuring a gang of animal superheroes. Get ready to meet Crash-Bang Koala, Zap Giraffe, Snap Crack Croc, Zeb Zoooooom, and X-Ray Rabbit! Hi-ya! • F ull of humour, action and adventure, this irresistible story is ideal for fans of Sue Hendra’s Supertato and Pizazz by Sophie Henn • J em Packer is an award-winning author with a background in comedy, and is the winner of the Laugh Out Loud Book Award 2016 JUNE 2022 BLOOMSBURY UK HARDBACK | £12.99 | 32PP | 200 X 237MM ALL RIGHTS AVAILABLE
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• E mily Fox’s dynamic, super-stylish illustrations bring this story to life with verve and eye-catching colour: the perfect book for all would-be superheroes!
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Sonny Says, “Sorry!” Caryl Hart Zacharia Ohora Join Sonny and his friends Honey, Meemo and Boo in the second book of this brilliant preschool series from award-winning author Caryl Hart and bestselling illustrator Zacharia Ohora. Toddlers will adore this stylish book, perfect for little ones learning to say ‘Sorry!’ APRIL 2022 BLOOMSBURY UK HARDBACK | £8.99 | 24PP | 288 X 288MM ALL RIGHTS AVAILABLE
• A bold, creative and character-led four book series, perfect for preschoolers, featuring the adorable Sonny, Honey, Meemo and Boo • S triking colours and design create a must-have book, bringing together Zachariah Ohora’s fresh, stylish artwork with eye-catching speech bubbles • P erfect for reading aloud, this is a stand-out book about learning how to say ‘Sorry’ – ideal for little ones learning to navigate new friends and situations
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• C aryl Hart is the much-loved author of many picture books and has been shortlisted for the Klaus Flugge Prize as well as the Portsmouth Children’s Book Awards
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There Is No Big Bad Wolf In This Story Lou Carter Deborah Allwright In this fabulously funny sequel to the internationally bestselling There Is No Dragon In This Story, the Big Bad Wolf has had ENOUGH of huffing and puffing. But when the fairytale characters step in to help, they discover that Big Bad Wolfing is harder than it looks, and realise that they really need a Big Bad Wolf in this story. • F rom the pairing behind the bestselling and brilliant There Is No Dragon In This Story, which has sold in 22 languages so far ilariously written by Lou Carter, this is a glorious story about grumpy wolves, unlikely •H heroes and one big, bad huff-and-puff JULY 2021 BLOOMSBURY UK HARDBACK | £12.99 | 32PP | 274 X 245MM RIGHTS SOLD: ITALY, POLAND, SPAIN (SPANISH, CATALAN, BASQUE AND GALICIAN) OPTION PUBLISHERS: BULGARIA, CHINA (COMPLEX AND SIMPLIFIED CHINESE AND ENGLISH BILINGUAL), DENMARK, FRANCE, FRENCH CANADA, GERMANY, ISRAEL (ARABIC AND HEBREW), KOREA, THE NETHERLANDS, NORWAY, PORTUGAL, RUSSIA, SCOTLAND (GAELIC), SWEDEN
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ith lively artwork that is full of warmth, humour and texture from Deborah Allwright, •W bestselling illustrator of Princess Swashbuckle and She Rex
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Tilda Tries Again Tom Percival Tilda’s world is just as she likes it … until one day, it turns completely UPSIDE DOWN. All of a sudden, everything is topsy-turvy and even simple things feel difficult. But then one day, Tilda discovers a new way to approach her problems and believe in herself. • A warm and inspiring look at dealing with challenging situations – the perfect book for helping children build resilience and self-belief onderfully empowering and emotionally resonant – the ideal starting point for •W conversations about coping with difficulties and embracing a ‘can do’ approach to life • F illed with atmospheric multimedia artwork in a beautiful minimal palette with a striking cover – a stand-out book in both style and content • E ngaging and uplifting, a perfect companion to Tom Percival’s bestselling Perfectly Norman, Ruby’s Worry, Ravi’s Roar and Meesha Makes Friends • T om Percival’s Big Bright Feelings series is the perfect springboard for conversations about mental and emotional health, building self-confidence and managing feelings AUGUST 2021 BLOOMSBURY UK HARDBACK | £12.99 | 32PP | 300 X 237MM RIGHTS SOLD: CHINA (SIMPLIFIED CHINESE), CROATIA, FRENCH CANADA, GREECE, ISRAEL, THE NETHERLANDS OPTION PUBLISHES: BULGARIA, CHINA (COMPLEX CHINESE), DENMARK, FINLAND, FRANCE, GERMANY, ITALY, JAPAN, KOREA, PORTUGAL, POLAND, RUSSIA, SPAIN, TURKEY, UKRAINE, WALES
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• T om is a writer, artist, video artist, producer and musician. Tilda Tries Again is his tenth picture book for Bloomsbury
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Leaves Stephen Hogtun ‘I will always be with you. Each time the wind blows, in your leaves is where you’ll find me . . .’ A gorgeous debut picture book from a huge new talent, this is a moving story about the leaves that grow and fall, and the memories we hold dear. • S tephen Hogtun is an exciting new talent, and this debut picture book showcases his lyrical, wise storytelling in a tale of love and loss
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• A story of the loving intergenerational relationships that shape us, as a little sapling is nurtured by a wise old tree and learns what it means to make memories and put down roots • F illed with Stephen’s luminous, atmospheric artwork, this is a truly beautiful book that shines in both its moving message and its gorgeous illustration style: perfect for gifting • S tephen Hogtun lives on the west coast of Norway in an old house overlooking a beautiful fjord. This is his first picture book
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Dream Big, Little Mole Tom Percival Christine Pym Everyone has something special to offer the world but, as one little mole discovers, it sometimes takes time, patience and a little help from a wise friend to figure out what your special something is. • A joyous, uplifting picture book that offers a lovely reminder that if you follow your dreams you may just catch them ith the positive message that everyone has something special to offer, this is •W perfect for nurturing feelings of self-worth, self-belief and compassion • F eaturing a jaunty, rhyming text with beautiful illustrations full of depth, character and detail – a picture book to share and treasure • F rom the author–illustrator partnership that brought you the sweet and funny friendship story about sharing: Goat’s Coat
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ritten by Tom Percival, the bestselling creator of Perfectly Norman, Ruby’s Worry, •W Ravi’s Roar and Meesha Makes Friends ith beautiful illustrations by Christine Pym, whose first book, The Tail of the Whale, •W was shortlisted for the Booktrust Early Years Award
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Little Owl’s New Friend Debi Gliori Alison Brown Little Owl doesn’t want to play with Small Squirrel. No, no, NO! How can Mummy Owl persuade her little one that making new friends can be fun? An irresistible story that’s perfect for all anxious little owls – from the creators of the much-loved Little Owl’s Bedtime. • F ollow-up to the successful Little Owl’s Bedtime, Little Owl’s Bathtime, Little Owl’s Egg and Little Owl’s First Day, which have sold in 15 languages, from an awardwinning and bestselling author and illustrator pairing • B eautiful, soft artwork in Alison Brown’s trademark style – the ideal companion to a delightful text about a well-loved character
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• A warm, fun and comforting story about making friends – perfect for little ones who are anxious about new friendships ebi is the much-loved and bestselling author of over 80 books for children, which •D have sold over 675,000 copies in the UK alone
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Gaia: Goddess of Earth Imogen and Isabel Greenberg It was Gaia who created the Earth and the universe and the infinite space beyond it. Featuring arrogant gods, raging giants and wars fought with lightning bolts, this is the story of how she fought for a better world. • T his dramatic re-telling of the Greek Myth positions women at the centre of creation. Gaia is strong-willed, brave and creative – an inspirational character for our times aia’s determined quest for a world where people are kind to one another and •G respectful of nature and animals is a poignant reminder of how we all need to work together to protect our own environment ith poetic story-telling and dynamic graphic-novel style visuals, this book is as •W exciting to read as it is to marvel at
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ritten and illustrated by two incredibly talented sisters, Imogen and Isabel Greenberg, •W who collaborated to create Bloomsbury’s Athena: The Story of a Goddess and Marie Curie and Her Daughters
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The Bedtime Book of Impossible Questions Isabel Thomas Aaron Cushley Have you ever been baffled by questions like ‘Why do we need eyebrows?’ or ‘Can I sleep with my eyes open?’ The Bedtime Book of Impossible Questions has all the need-to-know answers to these questions and many more ... • A fun, illustrated celebration of children’s curiosity, and a treasure trove of answers written especially for parents to share with young children • I ncludes some of the most mind-boggling questions around, such as ‘why is the sky blue?’ and ‘do animals have imaginations?’ to ‘why don’t we live forever?’ and ‘why don’t caterpillars get stung by nettles?’ ith its wonderful narrative style, it is perfect for reading aloud and beginning fantastic •W bedtime (and daytime) conversations that explore life, the universe and everything in between
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ritten by Isabel Thomas, science writer and children’s author of Moth: An Evolution •W Story and Fox: A Circle of Life Story and illustrated by the brilliant Aaron Cushley, whose artwork can be seen in Poems from a Green Planet by Sabrina Mahfouz and The Big Beyond by James Carter won acclaim and award attention.
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What it’s Like to Be a Bird Tim Birkhead Catherine Rayner Have you ever wondered what it would be like to fly? Or to live high in the tree tops? In this book you will discover some of the weird and wonderful things birds do, from their thousand-mile journeys to their joyful songs and fabulous dances. • E ach page tells the story of a different bird and its most extraordinary quirks. You’ll meet ravens who sledge down snow-covered rooftops, honeyguides who help humans to find the sweetest treat and partridges who have a very sneaky way of escaping hungry foxes ith the playful combination of text and illustration, this book perfectly captures the •W personality of each bird, be that naughty, wise or serene ith fascinating detail about every species included, this book is a perfect gift for •W children who love the outdoors and are fascinated by the lives of our feathered friends AUGUST 2021 BLOOMSBURY UK HARDBACK | £12.99 | 48PP | 305 X 238MM | 7+ ALL RIGHTS AVAILABLE
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ritten by celebrated ornithologist Professor Tim Birkhead, whose lifelong love of •W bird watching became his career • A ccompanied by beautiful illustrations from award-winning artist Catherine Rayner
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A Lighthouse Story Laura Chamberlain Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be a lighthouse keeper? Follow the story of Eva and her granddad through the pages of this beautifully illustrated book to find out. • T his charming narrative tells us what a lighthouse is, its history, how it works and what the lighthouse keeper does all day • C hildren will learn about the beauty and danger of the sea, the creatures that live all around a lighthouse, cloud formations and the sky at night, and tales of daring rescues • T his book is full of facts that show the reader just how fascinating lighthouses are ith stunning illustrations by the talented Laura Chamberlain, who received a Highly •W Commended from the Macmillan Prize for Children’s Books in 2018
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Do You Love Exploring? Matt Robertson Find out why discovering animals is SUPER exciting! Do you LOVE Exploring? is the third book in the award-winning Do you LOVE...? series. Packed with adventure, readers will travel around the world, discovering animals in rainforests and jungles, rivers and rapids, deserts and ice, and much more. • R aft down rapids to see raccoons, trek up mountains to spot brown bears and wade through the wilderness with alligators and anacondas to discover the best, biggest and most brilliant animals Planet Earth has to offer • A 32pp non-fiction picture book packed with fascinating facts about animals across the globe. Each spread explores a different habitat and the animals that live there through fun-filled illustrations and fact-filled text • F or inteprid explorers everywhere who want to know more about the world we live in APRIL 2022 BLOOMSBURY UK HARDBACK | £12.99 | 32PP | 250 X 250MM | 2+ OPTION PUBLISHERS: CHINA (COMPLEX CHINESE), POLAND
• T he third book in the award-winning series that includes Do you LOVE Bugs? and Do you LOVE Dinosaurs?
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Fourteen Wolves: A Rewilding Story Catherine Barr Jenni Desmond In fairy tales, the wolf’s cry makes people shudder. They’ve been hunted, captured, and villanised. But the wolf carries a wild magic – a magic that once restored a barren land. This is the true story of how fourteen wolves saved the ecosystem in Yellowstone Park. • Y ellowstone Park is one of the world’s most spectacular natural landscapes, home to a diversity of plants and wildlife. But when wolves were driven out of the park in 1920, everything changed: the park became overrun with deer, trees died, rivers collapsed, birds flew to new homes, and bears starved. Only when wolves were brought back to the park in 1995, did nature start to repair itself • R ewilding is a hugely important conservation practice, and this is one of the world’s most famous success stories
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emonstrates just how important the food chain is, and how taking away the top •D predator impacts the entire ecosystem ritten and researched by former Greenpeace campaigner, Catherine Barr. Catherine •W was shortlisted for The English Association Picture Book Award in 2015, and long listed for the SLA Information Book Award in 2016 • B ought to life with atmospheric artwork from award-winning illustrator Jenni Desmond. Jenni has illustrated 15 picture books, and has been translated into over 20 languages
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How Was That Built?: The Stories Behind Awesome Structures Roma Agrawal Katie Hickey The wonders of engineering revealed – by the inspirational young female engineer behind The Shard, Western Europe’s tallest building. • A fascinating and accessible behind-the scenes tour of our most remarkable feats of engineering, focusing on the hidden stories and challenges behind each incredible structure ritten by Roma Agrawal, acclaimed structural engineer and author of the adult non •W fiction title Built • F eatures awe-inspiring structures from around the world, including the Brooklyn Bridge, the Pantheon, the Shard, the Burj Khalifa, the Metropolitan Cathedral, the Katse Dam and the Túnel Grande SEPTEMBER 2021 BLOOMSBURY UK HARDBACK | £14.99 | 80PP | 305 X 238MM RIGHTS SOLD: CHINA (COMPLEX AND SIMPLIFIED CHINESE)
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• B eautiful and detailed illustrations by Katie Hickey give the reader an exciting inside look at our most famous and important constructions • I ncludes a section on Building into the Future and a gallery of the world’s most extraordinary engineers
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